A Sad Fuzzy

This past Wednesday, was the last for both Boo and BJ with The Fuzz Band. They'll be moving on to pursue their own individual dreams with no regrets, and I can't blame either one of them because it's done in love. But to sum it up in one word: sad.

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Too Much For Words...

I'm just writing for the sake of writing. I'm a bit speechless; a bit broken; a bit scared, but I'm also excited for what's to come. I feel a bit selfish; a little sacrificed; a bit foolish, and a little naive. Next week we lose two. I understand, but am still confused. I'm angry because what I thought I knew is not what it turned out to be. I'm writing in riddles because I'm not quite sure I want anyone to know what I truly feel...

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And then there were six...

Over the years, we've seen members come and go, but the core has always been consistent. That changes on October 14th. We love you Boo! Be safe in Atlanta, and come back soon. BJ, our keyboard player, will also be pursuing his own musical aspirations. We wish you all the best! Stay tuned as The Fuzz Band saga continues...

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The Fuzz Band contemplates a name change?!?

Ok, so maybe we haven't changed our name so to speak, and maybe I'm the only one contemplating a name change, but I've been leading this campaign for several years now. Not a major change, but I think that we should just simply be The Fuzz. We've also toyed with Butt Ugly Fuzz...No seriously! Don't you think that adding the word "Band" at the end is a bit too "hokey" and "wedding band-ish"? What do you think Hampton Roads and beyond?

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We Killed It!

I have always known that the band is extremely talented, but we've never truly patted ourselves on the back for a job well done.  We did an amazing job at the Clips & Cool Kids concert!  For those who thought the musical match was a bit odd (myself, included); we went out there, and did us.  We didn't change who we were or our performance and the crowd loved it.

I think I experienced a truly star studded moment during that show.  We would ask the crowd to repeat after us and they did; pump their fists, and they did; jump, and they did!  There were about 2000 people in attendance, and they wanted more after we left the stage!  I even forgot my earring on the stage and went back to get it while the crew was setting up for the Cool Kids to come out, and the whole audience screamed!  I touched hands, posed for pictures, and received a few phone numbers while just trying to retrive my loat earring!  Hah!  I almost wanted to cry.  I was so excited, that I called my mom and dad at 1 AM just to tell them. 

We've done a lot of amazing things over the span of our careers, but there is no better reward than to truly be appreciated for you; just you.  No cover tunes, just The Fuzz Band!

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The Fuzz Band, The Clipse, & The Cool Kids

Yes, it may sound crazy, but it's not the first obscure combo, and I'm sure it won't be the last! I guess that's what you get when you can't focus on any ONE style of music. So if you're interests are peeked, come check out The Fuzz Band this Tuesday night at the Norva. We'll tap into our inner "hip-hop" (we won't have to tap too far) as we share the stage with VA's own The Clipse; and special guests, The Cool Kids.

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Artist versus Industry

Does there exist some type of balance between maintaining your integrity as an artist and selling hits, or is it all a mirage? We often get faced with choices, and in this business, those choices usually mean selling your soul, craft, or image for a fraction of what it's worth. Does it ever end?

Did John Mayer love "No Such Thing", or was it a compromise so that he could release "Daughters" later on down the road? To that end, the record company said no, but he went with his gut and instinct and he won the coveted Grammy for Song of the Year.

Was Green Day's breakthrough "American Idiot" a blow to their punk ego, or had they finally earned the respect they deserved?

Does the compromise travel all the way to the top, or is there such a thing as "paying your dues"?

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The Fuzz & Jazmine Sullivan, and my Face of Fox Run

We premiered new music at Fuzz Wednesdays this week. It went extremely well on our part; however, severe storms and flash floods rained on our attendance. It seems like the best shows are usually when there's near to no one there!

Also, if you're looking for something to do, The Fuzz Band wil be opening for Jazmine Sullivan tonight, August 7th at Fridays at Sunset in Richmond. So if you missed the new music this Wednesday, you can check it out tonight at 7:00!

I'm in the last leg of my Face of Fox marathon! Voting ends this Sunday, August 9th at midnight. If you haven't voted yet, you know the drill!

http://www.fox43tv.com/generic/face_of_fox_43/nik_bio

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The Fuzz Band Premiers New Music

Finally, new music! Come check out The Fuzz Band this Wednesday, August 5th, at Time Lounge on Granby in Norfolk to hear the debut of 7 new songs from the band! The show starts at 9:30, The Fuzz will take the stage around 11. See you there!

More in Music News: The Fuzz Band will be the opener for Jazmine Sullivan at "Fridays at Sunset" in Richmond on Friday, August 7th...more great music!

Random Sidebar: We'll be hosting a Face of Fox 43 voting party for me (Nik) at Fuzzy Wednesdays next Wednesday, the 5th as well. If you haven't voted yet, it's not too late! To vote, just watch my audition video in its entirety at:

http://www.fox43tv.com/generic/face_of_fox_43/nik_bio

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Voting Begins Today: Round 2 Face of Fox 43 Contest

Hey Fox 43 Fans!

Thanks to you, I've made the Top 10 Finalists in the Face of Fox 43 Contest, but it's not over! I've submitted a new video (pretty funny if I may toot my own horn for a moment), and Round 2 of voting has begun today, Monday, July 27th. Once again, I'm calling upon your help to get me to the top. To vote, all you have to do is watch my video from beginning to end, and please feel free to vote more than once; as this is 25% of the determining factor. I'm excited! Click on the link below to vote:

http://www.fox43tv.com/generic/face_of_fox_43/nik_bio

Thanks again!

Nakia (Nik)

P.S. I'll be on the 7:00 Fox 43 morning news this Wednesday to promote myself. I hope you guys like the video!

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